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On Wings, we cover the Kumbh Mela, as preparations in full swing for the largest gathering of humanity on the planet. We highlight the improving Australia-India relationship with a new Working Holiday Visa that has become available for Indians. And our country in focus for the week, is Albania in the Balkans. Only on WION, World is One.

Israel confirmed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, the mastermind of the October 7 attack on Israel last year, has been killed in Gaza. The Israeli army also released footage of what it says - shows Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar moments before he was killed in southern Gaza's Rafah.

The Kapoor family is often regarded as Bollywood royalty and known for its lineup of superstars. Now, a new Kapoor has made her debut on screen. Daughter of late Rishi and Neetu Kapoor – Riddhima Kapoor Sahni has made her debut as the newest star in Netflix’s reality show Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives, the third season of Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives.

Israel confirmed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, the mastermind of the October 7 attack on Israel last year, has been killed in Gaza. The Israeli army also released footage of what it says - shows Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar moments before he was killed in southern Gaza's Rafah.

The festive season and onset of cooler weather in Northern India brings with it the pain of air pollution. The Air Quality Index has started to worsen and there's more bad news in store ahead. Smoke from crop residue burning, pollution from traffic and more turn into a nightmare for the capital. The first phase of a Graded Response Action Plan has kicked-in in Delhi to battle the problems that arise.

For decades now, a simple tactic used on the battlefield was swarming, which involves attacking the enemy with a higher number of autonomous systems from multiple directions than the other side.

According to media reports on Friday, a senior advisor in Bangladesh's interim government stated that his nation would vehemently object if India attempted to deny the extradition of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina by pointing to any clause in the treaty.

Hamas on Friday (Oct 18) confirmed that their leader Yahya Sinwar, was killed by Israeli forces on Wednesday. However, the Palestinian militant group remains defiant.

Rishabh Pant had a bitter-sweet moment on Saturday (Oct 19) after he missed out on a certain hundred against New Zealand on Day 4 of the Bengaluru Test. Batting on Day 4 of the Test match, Rishabh was dismissed on 99 by William O'Rourke having earlier scored a mammoth six standing on one knee.

Marcus Aurelius once said, “A short, meaningful life is far more worthwhile than a long, insignificant one.” In today’s world, the worth of a person is often judged by how much they earn, amongst many other factors.

Vijay Varma lately reflected on the impact of internet trolling and negative comments on actors. He shared his perspective and how he dealt with it. In an interview with The Indian Express, Varma stated that online trolling is often paid for and that such practices must end.

Chinese President Xi Jinping called this week for troops to strengthen their preparedness for war, state media reported on Saturday (Oct 19), just days after Beijing staged large-scale military drills around Taiwan.

Taylor Swift brought a new look to her recent Eras Tour show in Miami, Florida. The pop star took the stage after a two-month break. She looked drop-dead gorgeous in a fresh outfit that immediately caught her fans' attention.

Sarfaraz Khan hit his maiden Test hundred against New Zealand on day four of the ongoing first Test in Bengaluru as Team India closes the first-inning deficit gap.

Bollywood actor Sunny Deol turned 67 today (Oct 19). Celebrating his day, the actor has a special treat for his millions of fans. After the phenomenal success of Gadar 2, Deol announced his next project titled Jaat on Saturday (Oct 19).

Singapore has arrested a teenage boy who was allegedly planning an ISIS-inspired terror attack on a busy suburb, the interior minister said Friday (Oct 18), adding it was a "very close shave".

Vijay Sethupathi unveiled the trailer for Aindham Vedham, an upcoming series directed by L Nagarajan, known for Marmadesam. The show, starring Sai Dhansika and Santosh Pratap in lead roles, is set to debut on ZEE5 on October 25.

Winter is approaching in the Northern Hemisphere and people are gearing up for what experts are calling the "tripledemic". This is because three types of viruses are going around at the time.

According to media reports on Friday, a senior advisor in Bangladesh's interim government stated that his nation would vehemently object if India attempted to deny the extradition of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina by pointing to any clause in the treaty.